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A quick wash and wax

Old Aug 9, 2012 | 05:12 PM
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A quick wash and wax



I feel like hitting my head against the wall for not trying this product a long time ago. Our van was in pretty bad shape, due to many short trips in the last few months.





As you can see the van needed some TLC. So last night I spent some time to give it a good wash. It has been a while since the car was waxed, so there was no protection on the car, the water was just sitting on the paint but I just couldn't leave it like that. In general, the paint is in very good shape, but it felt very dry after the van was dried. I thought, let me see how EXPRESS WAX performs. I had an unopened bottle. Perfect! Shook it up, took a Micro Fiber applicator and applied it to the whole car. Went back to the starting point and wiped the residue off. Applied it to the windows as well, because I noticed how slick it felt even on the windows.





I was very happy with the result. The paint feels very slick, look very glossy and wet. Application is a breeze. Spreads very evenly, comes off even easier. Doesn't streak, which is a common concern with many spray wax products. I even applied it to the bumpers and side view mirrors. Express Wax doesn't stain.The best part? Took me only 7 minutes to apply and remove.


So if you want a product, that is quick and easy to apply and looks beautiful, a bottle of EXPRESS WAX should be in your stash. Highly recommended.


My Process Was:
1 - rinse
2 - 3D Yellow Degreaser on wheels/tires
3 - 3D Bug Remover on the hood and front of the car
4 - 3D Pink Car Soap
5 - 3D Trim Care Gel on tires
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 01:26 PM
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Looks great
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 02:21 PM
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Thank you very much cyber gs!
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Old Aug 11, 2012 | 09:20 AM
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You're welcome..

BTW, I forgot to ask, since the van was so dirty did you clay it before applying the express wax?
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Old Aug 13, 2012 | 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Cyber GS
You're welcome..

BTW, I forgot to ask, since the van was so dirty did you clay it before applying the express wax?
I did not clay the van as I was really pressed for time, plus the van is going to be redone as soon as I have some time. I just like a slick finish.

I'll be putting HD NITRO SEAL on the van.
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